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Doxepin vs Ramelteon

Compare Doxepin and Ramelteon side by side: what they treat, drug class, cost and FDA label information.

DoxepinRamelteon
Drug classTricyclic AntidepressantMelatonin Receptor Agonist
Used to treatAnxiety, Atopic dermatitis, Depression, Pain, PruritusInsomnia
Generic priceFrom $0.078 each, about $2.34 for 30 (10 mg capsule); other forms from $0.84 per mL (10 mg/mL oral concentrate)From $0.66 each, about $19.79 for 30 (8 mg tablet)
Brand priceNo brand price listedRozerem: from $12.42 each, about $373 for 30 (8 mg tablet)
Generic savingsNot listedGeneric costs about 95% less than the brand